Professional Liability Attorney – Legal and Accounting Malpractice

Overview

This role is for a client-focused Of Counsel or Partner-level attorney with experience in defending legal and/or accounting professionals and firms, including a strong understanding of the legal, regulatory, and business issues impacting these professions.

The position is available in the Los Angeles or Orange County office and offers a flexible hybrid or remote working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead counsel in litigation involving legal and accounting malpractice, ethics proceedings, regulatory compliance matters, and other business disputes frequently encountered by accounting and law firms.
• Advise clients on risk management, ethics, licensing, partnership matters, M&A activity, and internal governance.
• Proactively manage a litigation caseload, overseeing matters from beginning to end.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transportation laws, regulations, and legal standards.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Attend court hearings, depositions, and mediations.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients.
• Manage and grow client relationships with a focus on strategic, long-term engagement.
• Collaborate across practice groups (e.g., cybersecurity, employment, commercial, and class actions) to offer comprehensive legal solutions.
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to business development initiatives within the practice and firmwide.
• Represent the firm externally through thought leadership, speaking engagements, and professional networks within related industries.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the State of California
• 10+ years of litigation experience
• Prior experience litigating and advising on issues affecting accounting and/or legal professionals and firms is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi-party litigation and advise clients on sophisticated corporate and regulatory matters
• National-level experience and familiarity with class action and multistate matters preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $200,000—$250,000 USD
• Discretionary bonuses are available.
• This position is considered full-time and qualifies for benefits including: 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Location

• Los Angeles or Orange County office (hybrid or remote working arrangement)